AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Intel Core i5-13500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Core i5-13500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is 43% slower and 89% cheaper than Intel Core i5-13500.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
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PRICE$134.85$254.35
CPU MARK2191631257
VALUE163123
SOCKETAM4LGA 1700
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY337481
CORES6 x 3.70 GHz6 x 2.50 GHz
TURBO4.60 GHz4.80 GHz
THREADS33603864
DATEQ4/2020Q3/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-13500

Is AMD Ryzen 5 5600X better than Intel Core i5-13500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-13500 by 25%.


The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 21916. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 337. The Intel Core i5-13500 efficiency score is 481. So, the Intel Core i5-13500 leads by 43%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.